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blondierocket's review
3.0
Thanks to NetGalley for this fun read!
I'm a sucker for anything mermaid and when you mix in Venice, Italy (and some NYC) then it gets even better. I had no idea what to expect with the first book of the series and it did take me a bit of time to get into the flow of the author and the characters.
Halfway through I wasn't sure if I would pick up another book in the series. While it's an easy and enjoyable read, it somehow wasn't clicking with me. I wasn't quite sure I could trust the narrator, but by the end of book one I was invested enough to want to pick up the next book and see how the story continues.
I'm a sucker for anything mermaid and when you mix in Venice, Italy (and some NYC) then it gets even better. I had no idea what to expect with the first book of the series and it did take me a bit of time to get into the flow of the author and the characters.
Halfway through I wasn't sure if I would pick up another book in the series. While it's an easy and enjoyable read, it somehow wasn't clicking with me. I wasn't quite sure I could trust the narrator, but by the end of book one I was invested enough to want to pick up the next book and see how the story continues.
elisegarrett's review against another edition
challenging
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.25
kamsha's review
4.0
A Cozy Mystery Romance with mermaids!? This is the read I didn’t know I needed. Gina Aquaviva is not your cute little Disney mermaid. She is not a siren you want to mess around with!
This is a sexy, slightly creepy and fun read…
This is a sexy, slightly creepy and fun read…
booklvrkat's review
2.0
Easy read. Interesting twist on mermaids. So very wordy it took some scanning to get to the meat of the story, the intimacy scenes were not well done, and I just never connected to the characters. A large bit of editing would make this story so much more. Could have been two, possibly three short novellas, and the cliff hanger at the end just pissed me off.
carla_is_reading's review
4.0
I kept seeing that this is for fans of Killing Eve. I can so see that comparison and agree with it. International, glamorous, satirical extremism, murderous, villainous, soooo many adjectives I could use for this review.
I enjoyed the book, it was a really cool and different read. Great for summer or poolside especially with all the water depictions.
I enjoyed the book, it was a really cool and different read. Great for summer or poolside especially with all the water depictions.
mailovesbooksblog's review
3.0
An amazing read, I can't wait for the next book in the series!
Rating: 3.5/5
Synopsis:
Dive into the extremely glamorous life of Gia Acquaviva, an ultra-rich Venetian mogul with a portfolio of clubs and casinos around the globe. Gia harbors dark secrets––and an underwater graveyard filled with the bones of her former lovers.
Her family’s roots descend from the mythological sirens of ancient Greece, but she’s taken every precaution to protect her anonymity and the existence of other mermaids. Gia lures in men with a beguiling façade, but inside lurks a deeply troubled soul, severely damaged by a mysterious past.
Despite her sinister desires, she longs for true intimacy and believes she may have found her match in Cameron Langley, a successful London-based banker and dead ringer for Chris Hemsworth. He offers Gia her first real opportunity for lasting love. They share an intensely passionate, deeply sensual connection… but is her growing affection for new lover enough to lull the murderous cravings she feels building within?
Thank you NetGalley for giving me an eARC!!
Rating: 3.5/5
Synopsis:
Dive into the extremely glamorous life of Gia Acquaviva, an ultra-rich Venetian mogul with a portfolio of clubs and casinos around the globe. Gia harbors dark secrets––and an underwater graveyard filled with the bones of her former lovers.
Her family’s roots descend from the mythological sirens of ancient Greece, but she’s taken every precaution to protect her anonymity and the existence of other mermaids. Gia lures in men with a beguiling façade, but inside lurks a deeply troubled soul, severely damaged by a mysterious past.
Despite her sinister desires, she longs for true intimacy and believes she may have found her match in Cameron Langley, a successful London-based banker and dead ringer for Chris Hemsworth. He offers Gia her first real opportunity for lasting love. They share an intensely passionate, deeply sensual connection… but is her growing affection for new lover enough to lull the murderous cravings she feels building within?
Thank you NetGalley for giving me an eARC!!
enchantedreads97's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
mysterious
fast-paced
3.5
You’re just thrown into the story immediately, no build up whatsoever. We meet our main character who’s a mermaid who loves to lure and kill men. Her latest kill was uncovered and she’s not sure what’s to unfold around that. Meanwhile, she’s just found her next target Cameron but comes to find he’s different than most of her victims. The ending was so good I’m now on to the next!
tikbook's review
dark
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Thank you NetGalley and Jincey Lumpkin to give me ARC of this book.
Mermaid, murderer in a modern human world. Our mermaid, Gia, is has her own grave for her former lovers. For me personally, it's kind of fresh with the plot like this. Because I never read a book with the main character is the "bad guy". So I'm so excited to read this.
This book has a fast paced plot, so I don't feel bored while reading this. Moreover, I keep wondering whether Gia will change and whether the murder she committed will be exposed or not. I'm also confused when I read this whether I support Gia to change or I want her to be a deterrent because when I read this Gia wasn't that scary.
As I read this we will also see how her latest case disrupted her life. Especially now that she is with Cameron, reading a glimpse of Gia's love life, it appears that Cameron is very different. Gia is not an easy character to like but I can't hate her either. She is independent and strong, especially with the heavy past she faces. I really hope that Gia can change for the better. And Cameron.... reading this it's a shame that Gia is with Cameron. Cameron is a good guy and too good for Gia. Even with Gia's secret, he still accepts it. While reading this, I was worried that Cameron would end tragically too.
Because the setting is in our normal world, like Venice and London. Didn't expect that I would meet a mermaid colony here. Especially when brought into their world. The explanation is good and beautiful, typical of the underwater world.
Mermaid, murderer in a modern human world. Our mermaid, Gia, is has her own grave for her former lovers. For me personally, it's kind of fresh with the plot like this. Because I never read a book with the main character is the "bad guy". So I'm so excited to read this.
This book has a fast paced plot, so I don't feel bored while reading this. Moreover, I keep wondering whether Gia will change and whether the murder she committed will be exposed or not. I'm also confused when I read this whether I support Gia to change or I want her to be a deterrent because when I read this Gia wasn't that scary.
As I read this we will also see how her latest case disrupted her life. Especially now that she is with Cameron, reading a glimpse of Gia's love life, it appears that Cameron is very different. Gia is not an easy character to like but I can't hate her either. She is independent and strong, especially with the heavy past she faces. I really hope that Gia can change for the better. And Cameron.... reading this it's a shame that Gia is with Cameron. Cameron is a good guy and too good for Gia. Even with Gia's secret, he still accepts it. While reading this, I was worried that Cameron would end tragically too.
Because the setting is in our normal world, like Venice and London. Didn't expect that I would meet a mermaid colony here. Especially when brought into their world. The explanation is good and beautiful, typical of the underwater world.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Murder
Minor: Sexual content
ollie_again's review
adventurous
tense
fast-paced
2.25
This book is probably something totally different from what I was expecting. One unhinged serial killer mermaid trying to weasel out of consequences of her actions, set in Italy? Alright. Some parts were fun, some ridiculous, sex scenes that came out of the left-field, rich people problems and media drama? Check, check, check, check. For me it was a nice ride overall, but nothing that will stay in my mind for long.
My main issue is with the pacing. The short chapters are easy to get through but I'd say that some parts of the book, especially towards the end, read like snapshots of one's life rather than a cohesive story. Because of that, I didn't care for the characters and while the ending was a great twist, it left me uninterested to continue with the series.
I think this might work for people who want something quick and easy to get through some action, shady mermaids and a dubious main character in the centre of everyone's attention.
Thank you to the author and Netgalley for providing me with an ARC in exchange for my honest review.
My main issue is with the pacing. The short chapters are easy to get through but I'd say that some parts of the book, especially towards the end, read like snapshots of one's life rather than a cohesive story. Because of that, I didn't care for the characters and while the ending was a great twist, it left me uninterested to continue with the series.
I think this might work for people who want something quick and easy to get through some action, shady mermaids and a dubious main character in the centre of everyone's attention.
Thank you to the author and Netgalley for providing me with an ARC in exchange for my honest review.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder and Sexual content
Moderate: Blood, Death, and Death of parent
Minor: Emotional abuse and Abortion